SAINTS' opening fixture of the Premier League season, away to Newcastle, has been switched to Sunday, August 9.
The change, which has been expected, is due to Ronald Koeman's side having to play the second leg of their Europa League qualifier on Thursday, August 6.
The clash with Newcastle will now kick-off at 1.30pm.
There are also some other changes to Saints' early schedule, with the first batch of live television games announced.
The club's opening three home games in the Premier League have all been picked for coverage.
The trip to Watford has also been rescheduled, moving to Sunday, August 23, although that is not on television.
SAINTS' FIXTURE CHANGES
Sunday, August 9: Newcastle (a) 1.30pm
Saturday, August 15: Everton (h) 12.45pm (BT Sport)
Sunday, August 23: Watford (a) 4pm
Sunday, August 30: Norwich (h) 1.30pm (SKY)
Sunday, September 20: Manchester United (h) 4pm (SKY)
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